The 9 best sailing tours in Liguria

Enjoy a sunset sailing aperitif in the beautiful gulf between Rapallo and Portofino.

Departure of this Ligurian mini-cruise is set in Rapallo at 4:30 pm, afterwards you will have the opportunity to take a swim with the lights of the sunset.

Afterwards you will be served an aperitif on board consisting of appetizers, bubbles and beer. Disembarkation is scheduled at 8:30 pm in Rapallo.

On board you will find competent skippers and all the comforts to make your break from routine unforgettable and safe. The skippers are highly trained FIV (Italian Sailing Federation) Instructors to ensure maximum safety.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may change. Maximum capacity: 8 people.

Day sailing in the Gulf of Portofino is a relaxing mini-cruise suitable for anyone who wants to explore the world from the sea.

Embarkation is scheduled at 10:00 am from Rapallo. During the boat trip there will be plenty of opportunities for swimming and photography of the beautiful panorama of the gulf between Rapallo and Portofino.

On board you will be served a lunch of local specialties, water, beer, dessert/fruit and coffee.

Return of the tour is scheduled at 6:00 pm in Rapallo.

Classic boat mini-cruise to the Cinque Terre departing from Riomaggiore. You sail by boat to reach and discover all the 5 most iconic and famous villages in Liguria.

You will stop in front of each of the Cinque Terre: Manarola, then Corniglia, Vernazza and finally Monterosso.

During the boat ride there will also be time to stop in front of a cove for a dip, in a beautiful lair with a small waterfall over the sea. At the end of the tour, you will return by boat to Riomaggiore or Manarola.

On the 3-hour boat tour, you can make a one-hour stop in Vernazza to take a walk around the town and learn about the local reality.

The Blue Day è a sailing excursion to Cinque Terre and the Gulf of Poets, offering an exciting experience to explore the coastal waters and hidden coves of the area.

During the excursion, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters of the marine park and admire the cliffs of the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, as well as enjoy the picturesque views of Portovenere, Lerici and the villages of the Cinque Terre.

You will be able to participate in sailing maneuvers and enjoy a welcome focaccia lunch and other self-prepared dishes.

Two itineraries are available:

• Itinerary in the Gulf of Poets: Sailing to Tellaro, Lerici and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto, with stops for swimming and admiring the breathtaking views.
   
• Five Lands Itinerary: Depart from Le Grazie/La Spezia for Portovenere, crossing the Cinque Terre to admire the villages that overlook the cliffs, with stops for lunch and possible disembarkation at Vernazza.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, stops may be subject to change.

Skippered day sailing in the Cinque Terre is perfect for admiring the Cinque Terre from the sea.

The skippered sailing boat charter includes a 10:00 a.m. departure from La Spezia. You will then sail into the Gulf of Poets, through Portovenere and Palmaria Island, until you reach the Cinque Terre.

During the trip you will have the opportunity to take an offshore swim in the beautiful crystal clear waters; don't forget to bring a towel and swimsuit.

For lunch you can opt for a short stop to go ashore in one of the Cinque Terre or have lunch on board.

You will be served a small aperitif on board.

Return is scheduled at 6 p.m. to La Spezia.

For the day sailing on the French Riviera, departure is set in Menton at 10 am.

The first stop on this boat tour includes a dip at the beautiful Bay of La Mala in Cap d'Ail.

Lunch is then served at the bay of Villefranche sur mer. Visits and stops at the Cap Ferrat roadstead or those of Fosses and Fossettes are planned in the afternoon during the trip. Stops in Nice and Villefranche are not included in the price.

Return of the tour is scheduled for 6 p.m., also in Menton. The price includes the skipper, lunch and aperitif, fuel and cleaning.

Maximum capacity: 8 people. Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

A day sailing between Finale Ligure and Gallinara Island is a relaxing boat trip from to visit the Ligurian coast with friends or family. This mini-cruise is offered in three different modes from which you can choose:

Aperitif (2 hours and 30 minutes)

With this tour you will enjoy a sunset aperitif on a boat to celebrate an event or for a pleasant outing with friends. After the sunset sail you will anchor in the bay of Noli to take a swim and celebrate.

Half-day (3 hours)

Choosing this boat tour, you will sail while admiring the beauty of this stretch of the Ligurian Riviera: the old Saracen village of Varigotti, Capo Noli (200 meters above the sea) and the ancient maritime republic of Noli.

You will make a stop to bathe in the turquoise water at the Bay of Saracens. After bathing, an aperitif will be offered before returning to port.

Full day (7 hours and 30 minutes)

The sail will take you to Gallinara Island, which is 11 miles to the southwest. Upon reaching your destination, you will drop anchor downwind of the island. It is possible to swim and snorkel to admire the beautiful seabed and numerous schools of fish typical of the area.

On the daily tour you will be offered a lunch is on board, prepared by the skipper. After lunch, you will also have a chance to do some more swimming and relaxing before setting off on the return sail.

Enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner in Finale Ligure, Liguria, or celebrate with a fun dinner with friends on a sailboat.

After the sunset sail you will be served dinner of fresh seafood, anchored in the beautiful bay of Noli.

The menu includes:

• Fresh fish appetizer
• First course with fresh fish sauce
• Baked sea bream or sea bass
• Dessert
• Water and Wine

If it is a party, cake is included!

Departure of the boat ride is set at 7:30 p.m. Return is at approximately 10:30 p.m.

This sailing tour near Alassio is a 3-hour or full-day excursion, departing from Marina di Andora. You can charter the boat exclusively with skipper and with lunch or aperitif on board included.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to see the coastline of the Ligurian Riviera and swim in its crystal clear waters. There is snorkeling equipment on board, and you will be offered snacks and drinks (beer and soft drinks) as a small aperitif on the boat.

Remember to bring your swimsuit, towel, flip-flops, hat and sunscreen.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stops may change.